MRI Research Radiographer

College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine / Deanery of Clinical Sciences / Edinburgh Imaging.

Open Ended Contract - Permanent.

2 posts available: 1x Full Time Post - (35 hours per week) and 1x Part Time Post - (21 hours per week).

Closing date: 3/3/23

We are looking for an enthusiastic Radiographer with experience and a special interest in MRI.

The Opportunity:

The Edinburgh Imaging Facility (RIE) of The University of Edinburgh, based at the Royal Infirmary at Edinburgh BioQuarter, houses a 3Tesla siemens Prisma neuro optimised MRI. 

We are seeking 2 qualified diagnostic radiographers with MRI experience to join our imaging team of 4 radiographers, to ensure the efficient running of the facility: producing high quality diagnostic imaging for clinical, research and commercial purposes. You will work both in a team and independently to organise and prioritise daily/weekly workload and will contribute to imaging research which takes part at the facility.

The post-holder will also ensure ongoing operation of imaging equipment by organising and planning their maintenance programmes; and ensure effective archiving of images obtained from these sources.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• An interest in clinical research, and ideally be a diagnostic radiographer with previous relevant MRI experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of MRI safety and MHRA guidelines.
• Some flexibility in work hours will be required.
• Desirable skills - awareness of NHS Lothian TRAK, Cannulation certification.

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